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As part of our continuing efforts to help foundations maintain and improve the effectiveness of their work, the Minnesota Council on Foundations has prepared this comprehensive resource to help private, corporate and community/public foundations understand their legal requirements and obligations.

		Principles for Grantmakers & Practice Options for Philanthropic Organizations A new set of eight Principles for Grantmakers and attendant practice options, updated to reflect the changing world of philanthropy.

		What Every Grantmaker Should Know & Frequently Asked Legal Questions Information around key foundation topics as well as answers to the most common questions about foundation law.

		Diversity Practices in Philanthropic Organizations

		Accountability Self-Assessment Questionnaire This tool helps assess a private foundation's compliance with legal issues and other accountability issues. Also includes the Legal Compliance Checklist and a glossary.

		Accountability Resource List Provides more information on the topics and issues covered in the tool.

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These publications are intended to raise the level of practice among foundations and, therefore, may be reproduced and transmitted to those involved with this work in the field of philanthropy, providing there is full credit to the copyright owner.

Legal Disclaimer
None of the information in these tools should be construed as offering legal advice. The specific advice of legal counsel is recommended before acting on any matter covered.

Questions?
Please contact the Minnesota Council on Foundations at 612.338.1989 or info@mcf.org.

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The Council also thanks the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers for underwriting the distribution of this publication and Principles For Grantmakers & Practice Options for Philanthropic Organizations to all 1,300 grantmakers in the state of Minnesota.